Cat litter boxes are an essential item for your cat. These litter boxes are placed inside your home and is a good alternative place to eliminate for indoor cats. There are many different types of cat litter boxes available and choosing the right litter box for your cat is important in helping to prevent improper elimination.

What are the different types of litter boxes?

• Open cat litter box

These open litter pans are designed for easy access and allows your cat to view its surroundings. It is also easy to clean and is usually the most affordable out of the different types of cat litter box.  An example would be Catldea Litter Box, this particular litter box is great for large breed cats like Bengals, British Short Hair, Siberian and more.

• Closed or hooded cat litter box

These covered litter boxes are great at containing odour and is also relatively affordable. However, take note that some cats may take some time before getting used to it and others may not take to it at all. This is because they dislike the feeling of being confined and the smell of their poop and pee. A great choice for a hooded cat litter box is the Stefanplast Cathy Clever & Smart Cat Litter Box. It includes a slider compartment for easy cleaning and also contains a carbon filter.

• Automatic litter box

These litter boxes are highly convenient but also expensive. It immediately removes any used litter and prevents any awful smell or odour. Do take note that not every type of cat litter can be used with an automatic cat litter box. One highly rated automatic litter box is the Petkit Pura Cat Litter Box with Pura Air.

How does a cat litter box work?

A cat litter box tries to mimic an outdoor environment where a cat mostly defecates mostly in places where they can bury their poo and pee. The cat litter box simply helps to hold the cat litter. However, do note that for your cat to eliminate properly in a cat litter box, it is necessary to find one that your cat likes and ensure that the size is big enough for your cat to use comfortably.

What cat litter box is best?

A good quality litter box is essential for your cat’s health however there is no one size fits all. Choosing the right cat litter box for your cat is definitely more important than picking one that is touted as the best. Remember to check the measurements of the litter box before purchasing a cat litter box to ensure that you cat has sufficient space to navigate. This also prevents improper elimination.

Do cats prefer open or closed litter boxes?

While many cat owners say that most cats prefer open litter boxes, research has shown that about 70% of cats have no preference whether the litter box is open or closed. Ensuring that your cat is able to get in and out of the box easily and is comfortable with the box is the ultimate goal, regardless of whether it is an open or closed litter box.